Safeguarding Team at WWL NHS Trust. Delivering a coordinated safeguarding response, to secure better outcomes for Children, Adults and families.
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WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Welcome to the first day of National #SafeguardingAdultsWeek 2025💚
This year’s theme is Prevention: Act Before Abuse
During Safeguarding Adults Week 2025, we’ll be collaborating with our partners to explore a different theme each day.
Working in partnership allows us to share our knowledge of safeguarding, learn from others and ultimately create safer cultures
Throughout the week, we’re encouraging people to take a closer look at their approach to prevention. We want individuals and organisations to ensure that prevention is embedded in their policies and procedures.
Cumbria Safeguarding Adults Board are offering an online learning event tomorrow to practitioners: Learning from Domestic Abuse Related Death Reviews. Book your place: eventbrite.com/e/learning-fr…
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@WWLNHS We wish you all a lovely festive period. We know this time of year can feel overwhelming, stressful, or lonely. It’s important to care for your mental health & wellbeing, especially over the holidays. Remember, you are not alone.
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
It’s Day 1 of #safeguardingadultsweek2024
Safeguarding adults is vital in all industries and in the community. Everyone has a role in safeguarding and this year the theme is working in partnership. Make sure you give us a follow ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Amazing Campaign “We will create positive change through collaboration. We will fix the care system”. Our WWL @CICTeam1 are absolutely behind this @k_mantron @cheesmanamanda1 💙🐝
CiC nurse @mollycaleyrncx meeting @FatimaWh1tbread at Holding the Space Conference ❤️ #fatimascampaign
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Abusive head trauma can happen anywhere when a parent or carer is pushed to the edge by crying.
Friends and family - remember to check on parents with new babies to see how they’re coping. 💬
Check out our website to learn how you can support them: iconcope.org/parentsadvice/.
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Thursday 3 October - specialist online #Safeguarding training focused on implementing the #MentalCapacityAct.
This training also looks at the use of restraint & restriction (DoLS and LPS).
Book your place: buff.ly/3T7Tp8i
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
'Melanie's salon' opened today @JHRUwwlcommuni1 😅🤣
Appointment cards were handed out for nails ansld hand and neck massages for pamper Mondays! 💅💆♀️ @k_mantron @whalley_gaynor @WWLNHS @WWLPatientExp
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Our bereavement support helpline is open 6pm-10pm on public holidays and weekends. If you need to talk, our lovely befrienders are just on the other end of the phone so give us a call on 0808 802 6868.
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Two key takeaways from this year’s #SaferSleepWeek:
(1) A firm, flat, clear sleep space helps keep your baby’s airway clear and open
(2) Products that aren’t firm AND flat aren’t suitable for naps or sleeps
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Please share this post so we can reach more families like yours.
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
There are products available (online and on the high street) that are not suitable for babies under 1. We do not recommend buying the following products:
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⚠️ Duvets and quilts
⚠️ Cot bumpers
⚠️ Sleep positioners
⚠️ Pillows
⚠️ Weighted bedding and blankets
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#SaferSleepWeek
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
If you use a baby carrier or sling, always follow the TICKS guidelines:
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T – Tight
I – In view at all times
C – Close enough to kiss
K – Keep chin off the chest
S – Support back
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More details here: bit.ly/3VdrUM9 #SaferSleepWeek
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Three easy steps that will help keep your baby’s airway open and clear:
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(1) Keep baby’s face clear
(2) Place baby on their back to sleep
(3) Sleep baby on a firm, flat surface
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Watch our newly-released animation for more info on airways, SIDS, and safer sleep #SaferSleepWeek
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
⛔ Stop! You might be surprised how many common baby products are not suitable for sleep. ALWAYS check the manufacturer’s instructions before using! A product is not suitable for sleep if it isn’t firm AND flat.
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
We recommend bed-sharing families have a back-up sleep space such as a cot or Moses basket. This is because family circumstances can change from sleep to sleep, making co-sleeping dangerous. More info here: bit.ly/3IYZcXK #SaferSleepWeek
ALT There are 2 parents in an an adult bed. They have arranged the bedding so there is a clear space for their baby to sleep, away from the edge of the bed. There is a cot next to the bed. Text says 'Co-sleepers need a back up such as a cot or Moses basket'
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Babies should only sleep on a surface that is firm and flat so move them to a firm, flat surface such as a cot or Moses basket if they fall asleep in one of these:
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⚜️ Baby bouncer / rocker
⚜️ Hammock
⚜️ Baby swing
⚜️ Beanbag
⚜️ Pod / nest
⚜️ Highchair
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#SaferSleepWeek
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Bouncers, swings, beanbags, pods – do you know which common baby items aren’t recommended for sleeping? Watch this 2min video for info on how to create a sleep space that helps protect your baby’s airway and reduce the risk of SIDS. #SaferSleepWeek
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
In an emergency, you may not have access to a cot or Moses basket. If you have a pram carrycot or travel cot, these are good alternatives because they are still firm and flat. For more advice about safer sleep in emergency situations, download our guide: bit.ly/44TJExz
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
81% of babies have at least one unnecessary item in their sleep space.* Babies do not need:
❌ Pillows
❌ Duvets
❌ Weighted bedding and blankets
❌ Cot bumpers
❌ Sleep positioners
❌ Toys
❌ Pods / nests
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*2024 independent survey of 1,000 parents
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
#SaferSleepWeek with the @LullabyTrust download this #useful #guide on #babies #airway and reduce the risk of #SIDS lullabytrust.org.uk/safer-sl…
WWLThinkFamilySafeguarding retweeted
Bouncers, swings, beanbags, pods – do you know which common baby items aren’t recommended for sleeping? Watch this 2min video for info on how to create a sleep space that helps protect your baby’s airway and reduce the risk of SIDS. #SaferSleepWeek